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These books, found in categories such as Humour and Self-Help \u0026amp; Personal Development, are enriched with personal insights that resonate with authenticity and warmth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFor those seeking a deeper dive into her life, \u003cem\u003eThis Much is True\u003c\/em\u003e offers a no-holds-barred look at her remarkable journey from her beginnings to becoming a beloved public figure. Categorised under Biography \u0026amp; Memoir, this book is both enlightening and entertaining, providing a truly delightful reading experience.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDiscover the wit and wisdom of Miriam Margolyes through this captivating collection of books, each promising a blend of laughter, inspiration, and heartfelt storytelling.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"oh-miriam","title":"Oh Miriam!","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eOh Miriam!\u003c\/em\u003e risks the curse of the sequel and pulls it off... 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And with a cast list that stretches from Churchill to DiCaprio, Dahl to Dietrich, Princess Margaret to Maggie Smith, I've so much more to tell you and so much more to say.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eMy chapters range from 'How to Stay Married' to 'Don't Let the Bastards Get You Down'. Discover how to break the thickest conversational ice; why swearing is actually good for you (though not on the \u003cem\u003eToday\u003c\/em\u003e programme); the unexpected things I learned at school and what my Spice Girl name would be. 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